A Meta-Analysis of Several Trials on the Effect of Cocoa

question 93

Multiple Choice

A meta-analysis of several trials on the effect of cocoa intake on systolic blood pressure (SBP) revealed the following results: All the trials evaluated the difference in SBP at 2 weeks.  Based on the data, which of the following is the most appropriate conclusion?

• A)A higher mean SBP was seen in the cocoa groups overall
• B)Cocoa intake should be recommended for blood pressure management
• C)Cocoa intake was associated with a statistically significant decrease in SBP
• D)Studies 2, 6, and 7 showed a statistically significant increase in SBP
• E)There was no statistically significant change in SBP overall

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